The teacher is a reflective professional who nurtures the potential of individuals through a knowledge of child and adolescent development and who addresses the diversity of student needs in a multicultural society. The teacher has the ability to mesh effectively the methodologies, theories, concepts, and principles upon which the art and science of education are built. Working from a pedagogical and academic knowledge base, the teacher integrates these elements into effective teaching to promote growth in cognitive and affective learning. In addition, the teacher, as a life-long learner, keeps abreast of current trends and research while working with colleagues, administrators, other professionals, and parents to enhance the educational process now and in the future. The model that forms the basis for the programs is fully described in the department's Teacher Education Handbook.

For All Education MajorsGeneral Entry Requirements

A Basic Skills test (MTLE) taken and on file. (If all sections of the test are not passed, a plan for remediation must be completed, filed with the Clinical Experiences Office, and be approved, prior to the completion of ED 3100.)

30 semester credits completed

2.50 GPA

General Exit Requirements

A minimum GPA of 2.50 in professional education, major/minor, and overall course work.

Signed forms by the cooperating teacher and the faculty supervisor that the student has satisfactorily completed student teaching for each licensure sought.

Scores at or above minimums on basic skills tests required by the State of Minnesota or Department of Professional Education.

An acceptable score on standardized professional field competency assessments.

Career Directions

Adult Educator

Community Education Coordinator

Curriculum Developer

Education Specialist

Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary Teacher

Training Manager

Youth Program Director

Also: Graduate Study

Preparation

Recommended High School Courses

Science

Psychology

Health

Human Development

Oral and Written Communication

Computer Use

Geography

Mathematics

Recommended Liberal Education Courses

Introductory Psychology

A Speech Course

Ojibwe/American Indian Culture and History

Music Fundamentals (Elementary Education)

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